DOT Numbers
 

I am looking at get my own authority. I do not have a truck at this moment but I will be getting one. Can I get my authority without having a truck yet?

Yes, you can apply for a trucking authority and a DOT number without a truck, but you'll need a truck to activate your authority.

This was copied and pasted from AI's response to that question.

Yes, you can start the process of getting your own authority even if you do not have a truck yet.

Many new owner-operators get their authority first so they are ready to run as soon as they have a truck. You will need to set up your DOT and MC numbers, get insurance lined up, and file the necessary paperwork, but owning the truck is not a strict requirement to start.
Just keep in mind that you cannot actually haul freight until you have a truck and the proper insurance in place.

Hi
 

The answer is definitely YES and, I’m here to assist you. Let me know how soon you want to get your Authority. You can write to my email “[email protected]”